What is the cheapest way to get from Netherlands to Köln Hbf?

The cheapest way to get from Netherlands to Köln Hbf is to rideshare which costs €16 - €19 and takes 3h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Netherlands to Köln Hbf?

The fastest way to get from Netherlands to Köln Hbf is to train which takes 2h 33m and costs €28 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Netherlands and Köln Hbf?

No, there is no direct bus from Netherlands station to Köln Hbf. However, there are services departing from Amsterdam Centraal Station and arriving at Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis via Südviertel, Essen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Netherlands and Köln Hbf?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Amsterdam Centraal and arriving at Koeln Hbf. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 33m.

How far is it from Netherlands to Köln Hbf?

The distance between Netherlands and Köln Hbf is 258 km. The road distance is 250.9 km.

How do I travel from Netherlands to Köln Hbf without a car?

The best way to get from Netherlands to Köln Hbf without a car is to train which takes 2h 33m and costs €28 - €55.

How long does it take to get from Netherlands to Köln Hbf?

The train from Amsterdam Centraal to Koeln Hbf takes 2h 33m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Netherlands to Köln Hbf bus from?

Netherlands to Köln Hbf bus services, operated by GrandBus, depart from Amsterdam Centraal Station.

Where do I catch the Netherlands to Köln Hbf train from?

Netherlands to Köln Hbf train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Amsterdam Centraal station.

Train or bus from Netherlands to Köln Hbf?

The best way to get from Netherlands to Köln Hbf is to train which takes 2h 33m and costs €28 - €55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 21m.

Where does the Netherlands to Köln Hbf bus arrive?

Netherlands to Köln Hbf bus services, operated by GrandBus, arrive at Essen Hbf station.

Where does the Netherlands to Köln Hbf train arrive?

Netherlands to Köln Hbf train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Koeln Hbf station.

Can I drive from Netherlands to Köln Hbf?

Yes, the driving distance between Netherlands to Köln Hbf is 251 km. It takes approximately 2h 52m to drive from Netherlands to Köln Hbf.

How do I get a train ticket from Netherlands to Köln Hbf?

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Where can I stay near Köln Hbf?

There are 1820+ hotels available in Köln Hbf.

Can I share a ride from Netherlands to Köln Hbf?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Netherlands and Köln Hbf. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Netherlands to Köln Hbf - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Netherlands to Köln Hbf by train, bus, rideshare, plane, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Amsterdam Centraal to Koeln Hbftrain Ice
2h 33m
€28–55
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Amsterdam to Colognerideshare 256.4 km
3h 27m
€16–19
Bus
1. Take the bus from Amsterdam Centraal Station to Essen Hbfbus Ivano-Frankivsk
2. Take the bus from Südviertel, Essen to Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleisbus Mykolayiv
4h 21m
Fly, train
1. Fly from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane AMS - DUS
2. Take the train from Düsseldorf Hbf to Köln Hbftrain
2h 55m
€147–356
Train via Utrecht
1. Take the train from Utrecht Centraal to Köln Hbftrain Ice
4h 20m
€28–78
Drive 250.9 km
1. Drive from Amsterdam to Köln Hbfcar 250.9 km
2h 52m
€52–75

Netherlands to Köln Hbf by train

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Distance: 257.7 km
Duration: 2h 33m

What companies run services between Netherlands and Köln Hbf, Germany?

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) operates a train from Amsterdam Centraal to Koeln Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €28–55 and the journey takes 2h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Amsterdam Centraal Station to Köln Hbf via Essen Hbf, Südviertel, Essen, Köln-Ehrenfeld Gleis, and Köln Ehrenfeld Bf Ehrenfeld in around 4h 21m.

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